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2015 Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon Tomahawk Vineyard

Estate: Chimney Rock
Region: Stags Leap District, Napa Valley, California, United States of America
Vineyard: Tomahawk Vineyard


Tasting Note:February 7, 2017

Deep and dark purplish red. Quite muscular in the plate and nose. Lots of purple floral notes on the nose. Tough and big boy wine that needs a lot of time. Heavy tannins (8.5/10) and full bodied. A bit of iron and minerality. Long finish.


Barrel sample tasting at Chimney Rock.

Drink Dates:

N/A.

Rating:

93 - 95 points.

Price Point:

$$$$ - Tasted at the Estate. Current release is $155.00.


Tasting Note:August 16, 2016

Super dark purplish red. A bit tight but with lots of baking spices and cinnamon on the nose. Heavy tannins (8.5/10) and full bodied. A touch of smoothness, with dark cherries. Long and lingering finish.


Barrel sample tasting at Chimney Rock.

Drink Dates:

N/A.

Rating:

91 - 93 points.

Price Point:

$$$$ - Tasted at the Estate. Current release is $155.00.